I started writing my children's Marky, Slash & Levy in 2003, I am about to
finish Book 4 and have spent the 7 years trying to market the series to agents,
publishers, cartoon networks, etc. I am from a very small town where
opportunities (and contacts) are not present. Like other writers, I hope for big
things, but I hope to be able to make a honest life for me and my family with my
series. How (or what) is a good way to get into circles where more opportunities
are present. A friend of mine who has become a successful comic artist said alot
of success is circles?

That sounds tough. Marketing and location are important. Move would be the real
solution. Alternatively, the internet provides a world of opportunity.

If you sincerely believe your work is worthwhile you might have to sacrifice a
fair bit.

Craig






--- On Thu, 10/2/11, mlsbook1 <mlsbook1@...> wrote:

From: mlsbook1 <mlsbook1@...>
Subject: [Fantasy_Books] Needing,series,advice
To: Fantasy_Books@yahoogroups.com
Date: Thursday, 10 February, 2011, 2:56







 









       I started writing my children's Marky, Slash & Levy in 2003, I am about to

finish Book 4 and have spent the 7 years trying to market the series to agents,

publishers, cartoon networks, etc. I am from a very small town where

opportunities (and contacts) are not present. Like other writers, I hope for big

things, but I hope to be able to make a honest life for me and my family with my

series. How (or what) is a good way to get into circles where more opportunities

are present. A friend of mine who has become a successful comic artist said alot

of success is circles?

























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I've been on a fantasy kick lately. Last week, I read "Dragon's Ring" by
Dave Freer, and it was really very good - better than I expected,
actually (although I liked his "A Mankind Witch," too - and most of his
collaborations with Eric Flint). I've been meaning to write a review of
"Dragon's Ring" on my blog, but I'm not sure what I'd say - just that
the book was lots of fun.

The funny thing is that I tend to avoid books about dragons. Really, I
just get sick of common fantasy cliches. But this book shows that
generalities aren't so useful. Well, after doing some thinking about
that, I ended up re-reading "Dragon Bones" and its sequel, "Dragon
Blood," by Patricia Briggs. They're both lots of fun. In fact, I've been
quite impressed by most of what I've read by Briggs.

Unfortunately, she's jumped on that "urban fantasy" kick, which means
that she started writing stories just like everyone else. (Is that too
harsh? After reading "Blood Bound," I don't think so.)

Then, since it's on the same bookshelf and caught my eye, I picked up
"Devlin's Luck" by Patricia Bray and re-read that. It's great fun, too.
Unfortunately, the second book in the trilogy was VERY disappointing.
I'm sorry to say that Bray completely abandoned what had made the first
one so good. And since her hero is under a spell for much of the book,
he doesn't even act like himself. Given that disappointment, and the
terrible reviews of the third book in the trilogy, I didn't even bother
to buy that one.

And finally (why am I on such a fantasy kick?), I re-read "Lord of the
Isles" and its sequel, "Queen of Demons," by David Drake. The first book
was superb, and the second was quite entertaining, too. But as the
series continued, every book became exactly like the one preceding it.
The characters would be magically separated at the start of the book,
they'd have separate adventures in wild, magical locations, and then
they'd eventually find their way back together again.

EVERY book became exactly the same. And even worse, since the characters
didn't stay together long enough, the main story - which had some real
potential - went absolutely nowhere. It was really disappointing, so I
stopped reading the series after awhile.

You know, there are really a lot of books that are great, but the
sequels stink. And that's especially the case with fantasy, I think. The
only series I can think of that actually got BETTER as it continued is
Lois McMaster Bujold's Vorkosigan series (and that's science fiction -
or space opera, at least - not fantasy).

Bill

http://garthright.blogspot.com/

--
The U.S. Constitution is less than a quarter the length of the owner's
manual for a 1998 Toyota Camry, and yet it has managed to keep 300
million of the world's most unruly, passionate and energetic people
safe, prosperous and free. - P. J. O'Rourke

Strangely enough, I used to think of myself as a strict fantasy reader but I've
been on a sci-fi kick lately. This not really being the place to discuss my
first encounters with Heinlein and Banks, how about some surface impressions of
recent fantasy fixes instead...

Last Light of the Sun (Guy Gavriel Kay): it's a Guy Kay book, you know what
you're getting. Didn't leave nearly as big an impression on me as A Song for
Arbonne or Tigana (despite being largely set on my Welsh home turf, or Kay's
approximation of it) but a worthwhile read all the same.

Fever Crumb (Philip Reeve): decent prequel to the Mortal Engines series. Wasn't
sure what to expect after the payoff from A Darkling Plain more than made up for
Infernal Devices, but this one certainly doesn't do any retrospective damage.
Not essential reading, but nice background to a handful of recurring characters
and settings. Only just found out while checking the spelling of his name that
there's now a sequel to the prequel, A Web of Air. Yet another one for the
massive health and safety hazard that is my unread books pile.

Reaper's Gale (Steven Erikson): bit of a disappointment overall. Again, wasn't
sure what to expect after The Bonehunters really picked up the slack from
Midnight Tides (or so I thought, not necessarily the popular view). Ultimately
another great Erikson finale with 1000 pages before it that could have very
easily been reduced by half. Hope this isn't a sign of things to come, as it was
disheartening enough to watch Philip Pullman completely lose the ability to
self-edit.

The Curse of Chalion (Lois McMaster Bujold): reading this now, largely as a
result of the emphatic recommendations I remember it getting here. Not made too
much progress yet, having a bit of trouble connecting so far. I think it's just
because of the slow pace and the fact that Cazaril is such an intensely private
character that it feels like we shouldn't be intruding...

Just my tuppence, I like listening in on other people's comments so I thought
I'd throw in a few of my own for once :)

- Leigh


--- In Fantasy_Books@yahoogroups.com, Bill Garthright <billg@...> wrote:
>
> I've been on a fantasy kick lately. Last week, I read "Dragon's Ring" by
> Dave Freer, and it was really very good - better than I expected,
> actually (although I liked his "A Mankind Witch," too - and most of his
> collaborations with Eric Flint). I've been meaning to write a review of
> "Dragon's Ring" on my blog, but I'm not sure what I'd say - just that
> the book was lots of fun.
>
> The funny thing is that I tend to avoid books about dragons. Really, I
> just get sick of common fantasy cliches. But this book shows that
> generalities aren't so useful. Well, after doing some thinking about
> that, I ended up re-reading "Dragon Bones" and its sequel, "Dragon
> Blood," by Patricia Briggs. They're both lots of fun. In fact, I've been
> quite impressed by most of what I've read by Briggs.
>
> Unfortunately, she's jumped on that "urban fantasy" kick, which means
> that she started writing stories just like everyone else. (Is that too
> harsh? After reading "Blood Bound," I don't think so.)
>
> Then, since it's on the same bookshelf and caught my eye, I picked up
> "Devlin's Luck" by Patricia Bray and re-read that. It's great fun, too.
> Unfortunately, the second book in the trilogy was VERY disappointing.
> I'm sorry to say that Bray completely abandoned what had made the first
> one so good. And since her hero is under a spell for much of the book,
> he doesn't even act like himself. Given that disappointment, and the
> terrible reviews of the third book in the trilogy, I didn't even bother
> to buy that one.
>
> And finally (why am I on such a fantasy kick?), I re-read "Lord of the
> Isles" and its sequel, "Queen of Demons," by David Drake. The first book
> was superb, and the second was quite entertaining, too. But as the
> series continued, every book became exactly like the one preceding it.
> The characters would be magically separated at the start of the book,
> they'd have separate adventures in wild, magical locations, and then
> they'd eventually find their way back together again.
>
> EVERY book became exactly the same. And even worse, since the characters
> didn't stay together long enough, the main story - which had some real
> potential - went absolutely nowhere. It was really disappointing, so I
> stopped reading the series after awhile.
>
> You know, there are really a lot of books that are great, but the
> sequels stink. And that's especially the case with fantasy, I think. The
> only series I can think of that actually got BETTER as it continued is
> Lois McMaster Bujold's Vorkosigan series (and that's science fiction -
> or space opera, at least - not fantasy).
>
> Bill
>
> http://garthright.blogspot.com/
>
> --
> The U.S. Constitution is less than a quarter the length of the owner's
> manual for a 1998 Toyota Camry, and yet it has managed to keep 300
> million of the world's most unruly, passionate and energetic people
> safe, prosperous and free. - P. J. O'Rourke
>

> The Curse of Chalion (Lois McMaster Bujold): reading this now, largely as a
result of the emphatic recommendations I remember it getting here. Not made too
much progress yet, having a bit of trouble connecting so far. I think it's just
because of the slow pace and the fact that Cazaril is such an intensely private
character that it feels like we shouldn't be intruding...


I was probably one of those giving the emphatic recommendations. I think
that's my favorite modern fantasy. And I was hooked right from the
start, too.

But... we all have different tastes. That's why recommendations often
don't help much.


> Just my tuppence, I like listening in on other people's comments so I thought
I'd throw in a few of my own for once:)

I'm glad you did, Leigh. We don't get much activity here, but I, too,
always like to hear what others are reading.

Bill

http://garthright.blogspot.com/

--
Happiness is nonetheless true happiness because it must come to an end,
nor do thought and love lose their value because they are not
everlasting. - Bertrand Russell

I was one of those recommenders, too.
Right now I'm re-reading Patrick Rothfuss's The Name of the Wind (audio) in
preparation for The Wise Man's Fear.

I'm also reading Jules Watson's The Raven Queen (in print).

Kat
www.fantasyliterature.com

--- In Fantasy_Books@yahoogroups.com, Bill Garthright <billg@...> wrote:
>
>
> > The Curse of Chalion (Lois McMaster Bujold): reading this now, largely as a
result of the emphatic recommendations I remember it getting here. Not made too
much progress yet, having a bit of trouble connecting so far. I think it's just
because of the slow pace and the fact that Cazaril is such an intensely private
character that it feels like we shouldn't be intruding...
>
>
> I was probably one of those giving the emphatic recommendations. I think
> that's my favorite modern fantasy. And I was hooked right from the
> start, too.
>
> But... we all have different tastes. That's why recommendations often
> don't help much.
>
>
> > Just my tuppence, I like listening in on other people's comments so I
thought I'd throw in a few of my own for once:)
>
> I'm glad you did, Leigh. We don't get much activity here, but I, too,
> always like to hear what others are reading.
>
> Bill
>
> http://garthright.blogspot.com/
>
> --
> Happiness is nonetheless true happiness because it must come to an end,
> nor do thought and love lose their value because they are not
> everlasting. - Bertrand Russell
>

Many have asked my to put my Query Letter on here for their feedback. Thank you
all very much, below is the letter.

The once peaceful world of Mavenwoodhas succumb to the malevolent control of the
wrathful Lord Zytor, who uses a folkloric cyclone, known as the Dark Plague of
Tormor, to quell those who hinder his worldly subjection. The Adventures of
Marky, Slash & Levy is the saga about three improbable friends: Marky (a Beagle
Hound), Slash (a Black Lynx) and Levy (a Red Fox)who embark on a journey to
impede Lord Zytor's domination.

I am attached to writing about unlikely characters who, through some form of
strife, discover personal virtue and lasting friendship. I am seeking an agency
to represent my four, 200 page each, entries to market.

Center stage are Marky, a complacent Beagle Hound who shares a leadership role
with Levy. He is however, more outspoken. Next is Slash, a whimsical and
ponderous Black Lynx who is content on being a follower. However, through the
course of the series, he has some extraordinary moments of lucidity. Lastly,
there is Levy, a reticent, but driven, Red Fox that shares leadership with
Marky. However, he is less apt to demonstrate his inner confidence.

I am formerly a columnist for the Bridgeport (IL.) Leader, a joyful task that I
ceased to my topics  straying from the juvenile genre. I am also a student of
the Children's Institute of Literature.

Entries One, Two & Three are available upon your request. The fourth (and final)
entry will be completed in May. Thank You for your consideration of this
proposal. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,
L.B. Fox

Never thought I would figure it out, but I have finally managed to put together
a video with sound based on my newest release, Vampire Career. Hmm, yes, let me
add that this is Lite Paranormal, definitely not dark, so if you like lots of
blood and mayhem in your vampire books, this one isn't for you. But if you like
a little romance, a little humor, and a really nice guy who is not a bad boy,
take a look at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6kWNfVAHpM

- Phoebe Matthews
http://phoebematthews.com
Eppie-winning urban fantasy Mudflat series, BookStrand
Turning Vampire series, Dark Quest Books

Book trailers are incredibly time-consuming thing to do! You did a great job on
yours. I only did it for my first book and haven't been ambitious enough to do
it for any of my other ones yet. Probably should. Congratulations on being an
eppie winner. That's a big deal.
Warm wishes,
Donna
~
Donna Hatch
The Guise of a Gentleman; Book 2 of the Rogue Hearts Series
Queen in Exile, a fantasy
http://www.donnahatch.com
http://donnahatch.blogspot.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/donnahatch


--- In Fantasy_Books@yahoogroups.com, "Phoebe" <phoebemattdj@...> wrote:
>
> Never thought I would figure it out, but I have finally managed to put
together a video with sound based on my newest release, Vampire Career. Hmm,
yes, let me add that this is Lite Paranormal, definitely not dark, so if you
like lots of blood and mayhem in your vampire books, this one isn't for you. But
if you like a little romance, a little humor, and a really nice guy who is not a
bad boy, take a look at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6kWNfVAHpM
>
> - Phoebe Matthews
> http://phoebematthews.com
> Eppie-winning urban fantasy Mudflat series, BookStrand
> Turning Vampire series, Dark Quest Books
>

Some have gotten me into trying to go to these conferences all over that has
editors and agents present at some. I would like to learn more about them and
ask how can I find out where many more are this year. I write childrens fantasy
and would like to save up som money and attend as many as possible.

You can find links to some of them at my links page
www.gloriaoliver.com/links.html
You can also do a search online just use several keywords. There are a ton of
conventions out there.  You can also look at writer conferences as those will
also have agents and editors and in some of them you can sign up for agent
pitches.

Hope that hlps!

Gloria Oliver
Unveiling the Fantastic
www.gloriaoliver.com

On Mar 25, 2011, at 11:22 PM, "mlsbook1" <mlsbook1@...> wrote:

> Some have gotten me into trying to go to these conferences all over that has
editors and agents present at some. I would like to learn more about them and
ask how can I find out where many more are this year. I write childrens fantasy
and would like to save up som money and attend as many as possible.
>
>


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aharlib@...
August Derleth's daughter and Arkham House Publisher Dead

http://madison.com/obit/186260

April was born Aug. 9, 1954. Her father, August Derleth, was an author and
co-founded Arkham House Publishers in 1939 with author Donald Wandrei for
the sole purpose of publishing H.P. Lovecraft. After August Derleth's death
in 1971, both April and her brother Walden became owners of Arkham House. In
1994, April became majority stockholder, president and CEO of Arkham House
and remained in that capacity until her passing.

Such a young age!   I loved many books published  by Arkham House.
Amy

Hello - I "own" the Worlds Of Fantasy Yahoo group and am a member of some of the
better writing and fantasy/science fiction groups and I have a bit of
information to share:

There is a publisher looking for authors (and selling some great books), so I
thought this could be of interest to some of you.

Here is a link to the page with my info. (I am writing a novel for them), but
check out the entire site:
http://www.knoxrobinsonpublishing.com/authordetail.php?id=18

It's tough for smaller publishers for sure, but many are doing a great job to
bring us fresh material and give authors a chance to b e seen and heard …

Dan

I haven't been reading too much fantasy lately, but I just finished
"Among Others" by Jo Walton. If you're interested, I posted a review here:

http://garthright.blogspot.com/2011/05/among-others-by-jo-walton.html

It's fantasy, but it's also about reading classic fantasy and science
fiction. Really, there's a lot to the book that really speaks to me. And
I suspect that it would be very popular here, too. Has anyone here read it?

Bill

http://garthright.blogspot.com/

--
It vexes me when they would constrain science by the authority of the
Scriptures, and yet do not consider themselves bound to answer reason
and experiment. - Galileo Galilei

Hi Bill,



I haven't read it yet, but one of our reviewers at FanLit did. Here's the
review: http://www.fantasyliterature.com/waltonjo.html

I'm reading Catherynne Valente's The Girl who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a
Ship of her Own Making.



Kat





From: Fantasy_Books@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Fantasy_Books@yahoogroups.com]
On Behalf Of Bill Garthright
Sent: Monday, May 16, 2011 1:38 PM
To: Fantasy Books Yahoo Group
Subject: [Fantasy_Books] "Among Others" by Jo Walton





I haven't been reading too much fantasy lately, but I just finished
"Among Others" by Jo Walton. If you're interested, I posted a review here:

http://garthright.blogspot.com/2011/05/among-others-by-jo-walton.html

It's fantasy, but it's also about reading classic fantasy and science
fiction. Really, there's a lot to the book that really speaks to me. And
I suspect that it would be very popular here, too. Has anyone here read it?

Bill

http://garthright.blogspot.com/

--
It vexes me when they would constrain science by the authority of the
Scriptures, and yet do not consider themselves bound to answer reason
and experiment. - Galileo Galilei





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> I haven't read it yet, but one of our reviewers at FanLit did. Here's the
review:http://www.fantasyliterature.com/waltonjo.html


That's an excellent review, Kat. It's funny, but he pulled out different
examples from the book than I did, but when I read them, I'd wished I'd
mentioned that, too.

I was more enthused about the book part of the story than the fantasy
part, but it's all good.

Bill

http://garthright.blogspot.com/

--
The goal is not to get more Americans to merely accept the truth of
evolution (or any other scientific theory); the goal is to get them to
value the principles of reasoning and educated discourse that now make a
belief in evolution obligatory. - Sam Harris

I would like to introduce myself. My email is sacredbooklady because I cherish
books and believe them to be sacred. Also my husband is a new author, so here is
his link  http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B0050UV8DS.

The publisher just dropped the ebook prices to 99 cents on Tarbaby Trouble,
winner of the 2009 EPIC Award for Best Fantasy. The other four titles are now
$2.99. Anyway, I will only mention this once here, as I try to avoid doing promo
on groups. But if you've been wanting to try the ebooks but been appalled by
ebook prices, the price change is active now on Kindle and should appear on B&N
nookbooks in the next couple weeks. Do download the free samples. The books are
also available in print. Amazon is at http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0028TXSAA.
- Phoebe

Greetings, all.

I'm venturing forth from the shadows of lurkdom to announce, with no small
degree of excitement, that I have TWO paranormal mystery novels being released
today (by different publishers).

HARD SPELL is the first in a new series set in an "alternate" Scranton, PA,
where supernatural creatures really exist, and everybody knows it.  But "supes"
still have to obey the law – and if they don't, the call goes out to Detective
Sgt. Stan Markowski of the Occult Crimes Unit.

Someone is murdering vampires in Scranton, and Stan discovers that the killings
are part of a renegade wizard's ritual to gain unlimited power.  Unless this
evil magician can be stopped before the spell is completed, Bad Things Will
Happen. Fortunately, when it comes to busting supe criminals, Stan Markowski is
one bad mother**er.

The book has a *totally cool* trailer, which can be viewed here.
http://youtu.be/48WN33xlubM

HARD SPELL is available in both print and Kindle formats, and *this week only*
Amazon has discounted it 85%.  That's right, you can get a $7.99 book for just
99 cents.

The other book of mine out today is SYMPATHY FOR THE DEVIL, the third book in
the "Morris/Chastain Investigations" series.

Senator Howard Stark wants to be President, and the demon who has possessed him
thinks that's a great idea.

Hell wants to put Stark in the White House, so that he can use the powers of the
Presidency to destroy us all.  Occult investigator Quincey Morris and his
partner, "white" witch Libby Chastain, know what is going on, and are determined
to stop the plot at any cost.  Their only obstacles: the dedicated agents of the
U.S. Secret Service, and the all the power of Hell itself.

This book has a trailer also.  You can see it here:  http://youtu.be/B9I6Q7b4o7E

Also available in both print and Kindle, SYMPATHY FOR THE DEVIL has not, alas
been discounted.  But you should buy it, anyway.  Really.

Thanks for your indulgence.

Cordially,

Justin

Justin Gustainis
www.justingustainis.com

Factual Illusions Comic & Novel: Please Read & Rate (It's Free)

I FINALLY finished my latest project so now I am turning to a new project I have
wanted to do for years: I am going to take my comic story, Factual Illusions
(originally published by Alliance Comics nearly 20 years ago), and turn it into
a novel.

I decided to also scan and include the (stand-alone) first chapter of the comic
on FantasyReaders.com. I'll also post a novel excerpt soon, and I BEG you kind
readers to read and rate it. Feel free to rate the comic as well - I appreciate
feedback.

--Dan

NOTE: FantasyReaders.com does not sell ANYTHING. We provide free fantasy, horror
& sciecne fiction stories for readers, and a place for writers to "show off" and
promote their work (also free). It is a completely non-profit site and has been
Online since 2002.

Name the Bear, Win Stuff!

(From Elizabeth Burton – posted by GO)

Twenty-odd years ago, my mom bought me a little white wizard bear at
an after-Christmas sale. When I joined Zumaya Publications, he/she
became our unofficial mascot.

Now, we’re going to make the bear our OFFICIAL mascot, but he/she needs a
name. So, for the next month, until ArmadilloCon 33 in August here in Austin,
send us your suggestions for what to name the bear. If your name is chosen,
we’ll send you a new Kindle loaded with
Zumaya ebooks and some other cool swag or a terrific computer attache
full of signed Zumaya paperbacks—your choice. We’ll give prizes to the
nine runners-up, too.

Send your suggestion to zumayaebooks@...; please include your address with
your entry. Entries will be judged by a panel of Zumaya authors and the winner
announced on August 28th. You
may enter as often as you like, but you must be 13 years old or more to
enter. Sorry–legal stuff. And Zumaya authors and their immediate
families will have to forego the fun, too. I’ll make it up to y’all, I
swear.

Let the contest begin!
Little fellow needs a name. Won't you help?

 
Gloria Oliver
www.gloriaoliver.com
Unveiling the Fantastic

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Done!
 
Follow me@
Twitter.com/PIBARRINGTON
Facebook.com/P.i.Barrington
http://thewordmistresses.com
"Final Deceit" Book 3: Future Imperfect: Available January,2011.
Miraculous Deception Book 2: Future Imperfect available now from
DesertBreezePublshing.com Amazon.com & barnesandnoble.com & iTunes
Crucifying Angel Book 1 of Future Imperfect available now @ Desert Breeze
Publishing & Amazon.com 

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I'm reviewing.   Melissa Douthit's YA fantasy novel on my blog today,
and tomorrow (Thursday) she is guesting on my blog  For the chance to
win a copy of her book  just leave a comment on either post.  Melissa is
also generously offering a $100 Gift Certificate or an E-READER to
someone who comments on her post tomorrow (Thursday).
www.hywelalyn.blogspot.com <http://www.hywelalyn.blogspot.com/>

Lyn (Hywela Lyn)



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Hello, all:

I wanted to remind everyone to keep visiting www.fantasyREADERS.com

Nothing is for sale on the site, but there are links to retail and publisher
Websites if readers care to order anything they like.

We'll upload several new (and free) stories this week (and authors can post
novel
excerpts, free short stories, etc.).

See: http://www.fantasyreaders.com/king.cfm for more information ...


-- Dan

Hi, all!

If you've yet to cave to find out what the fantasy novel The Price of
Mercy is about or even getting a copy, now is you chance to do both for
FREE!  Free Book Friday has 5 copies up for grabs as well as an excerpt
and interview with yours truly.

So if you have a moment, why not check it out and perhaps get a free book for
the trouble.

http://indie.freebookfriday.com/2011/10/price-of-mercy-by-gloria-oliver.html

Thanks!
 
Gloria Oliver
www.gloriaoliver.com
Unveiling the Fantastic

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Hi, I'm a new member and just wanted to introduce myself. I write mystery and
suspense novels including the young adult paranormal fantasy Dark Before Dawn,
and also enjoy reading fantasy books.

I'm also participating in a couple of Halloween book blog hops and am giving
away two hardcover copies of The Vampire Shrink by Lynda Hilburn and two e-book
copies of the romantic vampire story Snap: The World Unfold by Michele Drier at
http://stacyjuba.com/blog/ , through Halloween. There are two blog hop logos in
the left sidebar with links to the giveaways.

Will look forward to being a member of the group!

Stacy Juba


Mysteries, Romance & More
http://stacyjuba.com/blog/

Welcome aboard! Nice to have you!
 
Gloria Oliver
www.gloriaoliver.com
Unveiling the Fantastic


________________________________
From: stacy_author <juba6@...>
To: Fantasy_Books@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Saturday, October 29, 2011 4:35 PM
Subject: [Fantasy_Books] Introduction and Vampire Books Giveaway


 
Hi, I'm a new member and just wanted to introduce myself. I write mystery and
suspense novels including the young adult paranormal fantasy Dark Before Dawn,
and also enjoy reading fantasy books.

I'm also participating in a couple of Halloween book blog hops and am giving
away two hardcover copies of The Vampire Shrink by Lynda Hilburn and two e-book
copies of the romantic vampire story Snap: The World Unfold by Michele Drier at
http://stacyjuba.com/blog/ , through Halloween. There are two blog hop logos in
the left sidebar with links to the giveaways.

Will look forward to being a member of the group!

Stacy Juba

Mysteries, Romance & More
http://stacyjuba.com/blog/




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Hi, all!


If you'd like to read a different kind of ghost story for Halloween, I give you
"Appeasement" a Japanese ghost story.


http://www.gloriaoliver.com/BookShorts.html#Appeasement

Enjoy!
 
Gloria Oliver
www.gloriaoliver.com
Unveiling the Fantastic

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Hi

Just found your group. I love reading horror, fantasy, & s/f. My writing is
romance with elements of those 3 plus paranormal. Sometimes I wonder
how a publisher decideds a novel is fantasy or paranormal? Maybe it's a flip of
a coin.

For example, I have a book about a genie at EC that is under paranormal. But to
me it seems that would be more of a fantasy. Anyone have a clue
about this or have an opinion? Just curious and something I've thought about
with these two genres.

Myra
www.myranour.com


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> Sometimes I wonder how a publisher decideds a novel is fantasy or paranormal?


Paranormal IS fantasy, isn't it, Myra? I always just assumed that
paranormal was a sub-genre of fantasy. I don't know what else it could
be. Of course, I consider horror to be a sub-genre of fantasy, too, and
I know that's sometimes separated out in bookstores.

It's just a label, so I don't care much. I mostly read science fiction,
but I don't even worry about separating science fiction and fantasy.
Some books are easy to pigeonhole as one or the other, but you can't
draw a clear line separating science fiction and fantasy when it comes
to everything. So I don't worry about it much.

PS. Welcome to the group.

Bill

http://garthright.blogspot.com/

--
It really comes down to parsimony, economy of explanation. It is
possible that your car engine is driven by psychokinetic energy, but if
it looks like a petrol engine, smells like a petrol engine and performs
exactly as well as a petrol engine, the sensible working hypothesis is
that it is a petrol engine. - Richard Dawkins